I spent a bit of time this week compiling this master list for our photographer. We are doing out photos before the ceremony (without a lot of time) so I felt we should be as organized as possible to maximize the shots we can get. We are getting makeup and hair done at my parents house, checking into the hotel and getting dressed, then heading out for pictures, ceremony and reception! Hope this helps someone else out!
GETTING READY
Bride's dress on the hanger
Close-up of bride's shoes
Bride in curlers or having makeup applied
Bridesmaids applying their makeup
Close-up of dress details
Bride together with bridesmaids
Bride hugging mom
Bride spending moment alone, thinking quietly, looking out the window
HOTEL
Mom and/or bridesmaids helping the bride arrange her dress, bustle the train, etc.
Mom or bridesmaids putting finishing touches on bride, adding the veil, etc.
Full-length shot of bride all dressed and ready to go
Groom putting on tie
Groom with groomsmen
Groom with dad, hugging or whispering advice
Bride and groom separately getting in the car, limo or cab
BEFORE THE CEREMONY (Museum of Steam and Technology)
Close-up of groom's face when he sees bride for the first time (surprise sequence)
Full shot of bride and groom together, smiling
Full shot of bride and groom hugging
Full shot of bride and groom kissing
Shoes/ankle shot of Bride and Groom (socks and crinoline)
Bride portrait by herself (head/shoulders)
Groom portrait by himself (head/shoulders)
Groom with his groomsmen
Groom with bridesmaids
Bride with her bridesmaids
Bride with groomsmen
Bride with her parents
Groom with his parents
Bride with groom's parents
Groom with bride's parents
Casual group shots of bride, groom, family and wedding party
Groom leaning up against a wall with bride in front of him, kissing
Bride and groom walking toward the camera, holding hands
Bride and groom walking away from camera, holding hands
Bride and groom looking off in the same direction together
Close-up of bride's bouquet
Kiss in front of door
PRE CEREMONY
Car arriving with bride
Bride stepping out of the car
Wide shot of ceremony space from the back
Guests arriving
Ushers helping grandparents and special guests to their seats
Close up of details (guest book, tears of joy, ring warming sign, etc.)
Groom and groomsmen waiting nervously for bride to walk down aisle
Guests sitting down, waiting for ceremony to start
CEREMONY
Bridesmaids walking down the aisle
Wedding party standing at the altar
Bride just before walking down the aisle
Back shot of bride (and escort) beginning to walk down the aisle
Full-frontal shot of bride (and escort) walking down the aisle
Back shot of bride and groom together at the altar with officiant between them
Shot focusing on bridesmaids' bouquets, lined up as they hold them at the altar
Close-up of each hand as the rings are exchanged
Close-up of bride's face, as seen over the groom's shoulder
Close-up of groom's face, as seen over the bride's shoulder
Shot of both sets of parents' faces as they witness ceremony
The kiss (and dip)
Happy couple walking back down the aisle together, as married couple
RECEPTION
Any special moments during the receiving line process(especially candid moments of joy and embracing)
Bride showing her new ring to the guests
Bride and groom hugging guests, close-ups of faces
Wide shot of entire room before everyone arrives, even better if taken from above
Close-up of details (place settings, name cards, etc.)
Close-up of centerpieces
Bride and Groom's explosive entrance!
Bride and groom's first dance
Groom dipping bride
Close-up of cupcakes
Bride dancing with her dad -- close-up of her face as seen over his shoulder
Best man (or other guests) making a toast to the couple
Bride and groom's faces as they listen to the toast(s)
Guests smiling and clapping
Guests dancing and cutting loose on the dance floor
Close-ups of guests' faces, laughing and having a great time -- lots of these
Groups of friends sitting together at their table or dancing
Bride and groom whispering to each other
Parents (or even better, grandparents) dancing
Close-up of DJ
